Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology How fast does the sun travel around the center of the galaxy? 150 miles/second 150 miles/minute 1,500 miles/second 1,500 miles/minute Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation The Sun orbits the galactic center at approximately 220-230 km/s, which converts to about 150 miles/second. This orbital motion takes roughly 225-250 million years to complete one full revolution around the Milky Way galaxy.